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Fremont County Commissioners to Hold Regular Meetings Bi-Monthly
Fremont County Board of County Commissioners Upcoming Meetings Notice: All meetings are held in the Commissioners' Board Room, 120 N. Macon Ave., Cañon City, CO unless otherwise noted. Board of County Commissioners Meeting Schedule: Regular Board Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 AM. (Note: The schedule may be subject to change. Please check back frequently for the most up-to-date information.)
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Custer County Commissioners to Discuss New Ordinance, Departmental Reports April 16
CUSTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Date: Tuesday, April 16, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Commissioners' Conference Room, Custer County Courthouse I. Call to Order II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Approval of Minutes from previous meeting IV. Departmental Reports: A. Sheriff's Office B. Public Works C. Treasurer's Office V. Old Business: A. Review of ongoing capital projects VI. New Business: A. Consideration of New County Ordinance 2024-03 (Animal Control) B. Discussion on upcoming summer recreation grants VII. Public Comment VIII. Adjournment
Custer County Weed & Pest Board Meeting Scheduled for April 10th
PUBLIC NOTICE CUSTER COUNTY WEED & PEST DISTRICT BOARD MEETING The Custer County Weed & Pest District Board will hold its regular monthly board meeting on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Weed & Pest Office Conference Room, located at 409 N. 6th Ave, Miles City, MT. Agenda items will include a review of current projects, discussion of upcoming pest and weed management strategies, and any other business that may come before the board.
Sign Up for Custer County Alerts for Important Updates
Welcome to the Custer County Alert System. This system is designed to provide you with important timely information. We encourage you to sign up for this service so that we may be able to notify you of important information, precautions, and potential evacuation information during emergencies and other significant events. This service is free and you can opt out at any time. You will receive e-alerts on any emergencies, road closures, and other important county wide news that may affect you. The system is capable of sending alerts via email or text message to your mobile phone. To sign up for alerts, please visit: [Link to signup page not provided on the page] If you have any questions, please contact the Custer County Clerk's office.
Weekly Story Time at Custer County Library
Custer County Library will be hosting its weekly Children's Story Time every Saturday morning at 10:00 AM in the children's section of the library. This program features stories, songs, and crafts designed to foster a love of reading in young children. It's a great way to encourage early literacy skills and enjoy some community fun. No registration is required.
Public Invited to Zoning Amendment Hearing on Nov 15th
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: The Custer County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to the Custer County Zoning Ordinance regarding agricultural land use. The hearing will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the County Commissioners' Meeting Room, located at 123 Court Street, Custer. Written comments will be accepted until November 10, 2023. Please contact the Planning Department for details.
Public Hearing Scheduled for Zoning Amendment on [Date]
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Custer County Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider a proposed amendment to the Custer County Zoning Ordinance. The hearing will be held on [Date] at [Time] in the County Administration Building, Room [Room Number]. Written comments will be accepted until [Comment Deadline Date]. Copies of the proposed amendment are available for review at the County Planning Department.
Custer County Planning Commission to Hold Public Meeting on [Date]
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE Custer County Planning Commission The Custer County Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on [Date] at [Time] in the [Location/Room]. The agenda will include discussions on [Briefly mention key agenda items, e.g., new zoning proposals, development applications]. All interested parties are welcome to attend and participate. Agendas will be posted on the county website prior to the meeting, and minutes will be made available following approval.
Custer County Library Announces Return of Popular Story Time
Join us at the Custer County Public Library for our beloved weekly story time! Starting the first Saturday of every month, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, children aged 3-6 are invited to enjoy interactive storytelling, songs, and crafts. It's a wonderful opportunity for early literacy development and social interaction. No registration is required.
City Council Meetings: Agendas and Minutes Available
City Council Agendas & Minutes The City of Las Animas City Council meets regularly to discuss and vote on matters affecting our community. All agendas and minutes are made available to the public. Please check back regularly for updates. Agendas Minutes Dates of Meetings: Regular City Council Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers, located at 710 Marvin Ave, Las Animas, CO 81054. Special Meetings may be called as needed. Notice will be provided. To view past agendas, please click here. To view past minutes, please click here. (Links to external or internal documents would typically be here, but are not present on the provided page snippet.)
Custer County Library Summer Reading Program Registration Now Open
Get ready for a summer of reading! The Custer County Library is excited to announce that registration for the 2024 Summer Reading Program is now open. This year's theme is 'Adventure Awaits!' We have programs for all ages, from toddlers to adults. Sign up at the library circulation desk or online at [Library Website URL]. Prizes and special events will be awarded throughout the summer. Don't miss out on the fun!
Custer County Commissioners to Meet [Date of Meeting]
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING: The Custer County Board of County Commissioners will convene for its regular monthly meeting on [Date of Meeting] at [Time of Meeting] in the County Courthouse, Room [Room Number]. The agenda will include, but is not limited to, review of the current county budget, discussion of potential new business development initiatives, and a period for public comment. Agendas are posted at the County Clerk's office and on the county website prior to the meeting. Your participation is welcome.
Custer County Library Hosts Weekly Children's Story Time
Join us at the Custer County Library every Wednesday at 10:00 AM for our popular Children's Story Time! Our librarians will read a selection of delightful stories, lead interactive songs, and guide the children through a fun craft activity. This program is designed for preschoolers and their caregivers and aims to foster a love of reading. No registration is required.
Save the Date for the Annual Custer County Fair!
The Custer County Fair is just around the corner! Join us for our annual celebration of community spirit and local talent. From thrilling rides to mouth-watering fair food, there's something for everyone. We'll have prize-winning livestock, artisan crafts, exciting games, and nightly entertainment. Dates and specific schedule of events to be announced soon. Start planning your visit!
City of Las Animas Releases Upcoming Council Agendas
The City of Las Animas is committed to transparency and public participation. Here you can find the official agendas for our City Council meetings. These documents outline the business to be conducted during each session, allowing residents to stay informed and engaged with local governance.
Fremont County Commissioners to Hold Regular Meetings Bi-Monthly
Fremont County Board of County Commissioners Upcoming Meetings Notice: All meetings are held in the Commissioners' Board Room, 120 N. Macon Ave., Cañon City, CO unless otherwise noted. Board of County Commissioners Meeting Schedule: Regular Board Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 AM. (Note: The schedule may be subject to change. Please check back frequently for the most up-to-date information.)
Custer County Commissioners to Discuss 2024 Budget, Road Projects Nov. 15
The Custer County Board of County Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 9:00 AM in the County Annex Building, Commissioners' Conference Room. The agenda includes: 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting 3. Public Comment 4. Old Business: a. Review of 2024 Budget Proposals 5. New Business: a. Discussion on the proposed road improvement project on County Road 55. b. Update on the ongoing EMS equipment procurement. c. Consideration of a new county ordinance regarding agricultural land use. 6. Department Reports 7. Adjournment All interested parties are welcome to attend.
Observed Holidays
Observed Holidays | Fremont County, Colorado Skip to main content Fremont County, Colorado Site Search Search Observed Holidays Observed Holidays 2026 Holiday Schedule Holiday Administration Building, Department of Transportation, Public Health, and Sheriff's Office Department of Human Services New Year's Day Thursday, Jan 1 Thursday, Jan 1 Martin Luther King Day Monday, Jan 19 Monday, January 19 President's Day Monday, February 16 Monday, February 16 Memorial Day Monday, May 25 Monday, May 25 Independence Day Thursday, July 2 Friday, July 3 Labor Day Monday, September 7 Monday, September 7 Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11 Wednesday, November 11 Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 26 Thursday, November 26 Day after Thanksgiving n/a Friday, November 27 Christmas Day Thursday, Dec. 24 Friday, Dec. 25 Department Navigation Human Resources Benefits Employment Opportunities Fremont County Organizational Chart Observed Holidays External Links Employee Portal Office Information Human Resources 615 Macon Ave.Room 106 Cañon City, CO 81212 Office Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday Except Holidays (719) 276-7411 Fax: (719) 276-7412 Contact Human Resources Copyright © 2026 Fremont County. All rights reserved. Contact Webmaster Accessibility
Benefits
Fremont County offers a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program to all employees who may be experiencing personal or professional struggles. All active employees are required to receive their payroll checks through direct deposit. Fremont County offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees. Eligible employees are all employees working at least 30 hours per week, including temporary or seasonal employees. Employees working less than 30 hours are not eligible for benefits except contributions to the Colorado Retirement Association (as defined below). Sick Leave Accruals All regular full-time employees accrue 4 hours of sick leave every pay period Maximum carryover is 500 hours of sick leave every January 1 Vacation Accruals Full Time Employees 0 – 60 months: 4 hours every pay period 61-120 months: 6 hours every pay period 121 + months: 8 hours every pay period Maximum carryover is 240 hours every January 1 Part Time, Regular Employees Pro-rated based on the number of hours worked Full Time/Part Time, Temporary Employees DO NOT accrue leave Holidays – Click on this link to view adopted holiday schedule. There are two separate schedules, a 10-hour schedule for all offices and buildings other than the Department of Human Services which is on the 8-hour schedule. The schedule applies to all Regular Full Time and Part Time (pro-rated) employees. Temporary employees do not receive holiday pay, or any adopted floating holiday hours. Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Benefits are offered through the Cigna and Reliance Standard. A. Health Insurance benefits: OAP500 (see attached summary of benefits) OAP1500 (see attached summary of benefits) OAP2500 (see attached summary of benefits) OAP5000 (see attached summary of benefits) B. Dental Insurance is optional and coverage is provided through Reliance Standard- Ameritas Network (see attached summary of benefits) C. Vision Insurance is optional and coverage is provided through Reliance Standard- EyeMed Network (see attached summary of benefits) Life Insurance Fremont County pays the premiums for employees for the following coverages: Reliance Standard $30,000 term life on employee $5,000 term life on spouse $1,000 term life on eligible children (up to age 26) Coverage decreases by 35% @age 70, 50% @ age 75, and 80% at age 80. Voluntary Term Life Insurance is available for employees to elect through Reliance Standard. Whole Life Insurance is available for employees to elect through Mass Mutual. Employee pays the full premium for this election and is only offered during open enrollment each year. Long-Term Disability Fremont County pays the premiums for all full-time regular employees. SSNRA plan with a 90-day elimination period, 60% monthly benefit percentage up to $7,500.00 Retirement Fremont County participates in a 401(a) and 457 plan through Colorado Retirement Association. Visit their website for detailed information at https://cra-online.empower-retirement.com/ 401(a) is mandatory participation for all employees working more than 20 hours per week 4% employee participation, 4% matching County contribution 5 year vesting schedule 457 plan is optional participation for all employees working more than 20 hours per week Employee can contribute up to the IRS maximum No County matching funds Optional Benefits Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability plans are available through Reliance Standard at the employee’s expense. Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account is available through Rocky Mountain Reserve. Legal Shield plans are available at the employee’s expense. Benefit Handout 2025 Employee Benefits Summary 2025
Board of County Commissioners
Board of County Commissioners | Fremont County, Colorado Skip to main content Fremont County, Colorado Site Search Search Board of County Commissioners Board of County Commissioners Kevin GranthamDistrict 1 Debbie BellDistrict 2 Dwayne McFallDistrict 3 The Fremont County Board of Commissioners practices an “Open Door Policy” for citizens and staff. We realize that your time is important and our schedules are busy, so we encourage you to make an appointment or check out our calendar prior to visiting. If you would like to contact a commissioner in person, please stop by our office in Room 105. The Commissioners’ Office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. If you would like to make an appointment to meet with us, please do so by calling us at 719-276-7300 or email your request and information. Board Meetings are held twice a month, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. These meetings are recorded and aired the same day. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Our calendar and board meeting agenda are posted for your review. Please stop by and say hello when you are in the area, and let us know how we can help you. Commissioners Districts Commissioner Districts Use of Meeting Rooms Meeting rooms are available for groups and entities for non-county business at the Fremont County Administration Building. For more information, please review the following: Meeting Room Application and Agreement Policy for Use of Fremont County Administration Building Meeting Rooms Procedure for Public Hearings Procedure for Public Hearings Accountability Report 2024 Fremont County Accountability Report Department Navigation Board of County Commissioners Boards and Committees Code of the West Commissioner Calendars Meet the Commissioners Meeting Agendas and Minutes Past Commissioners Volunteer Boards Volunteer Opportunities External Links Meeting Videos Office Information Commissioners' Office 615 Macon Ave.Room 105Cañon City, CO 81212 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Monday - ThursdayExcept Holidays (719) 276-7300 Fax: (719) 276-7412 Contact Commissioners' Office Elected Officials Debbie Bell Fremont County Commissioner Contact Debbie Bell Kevin Grantham Fremont County Commissioner Contact Kevin Grantham Dwayne McFall Fremont County Commissioner Contact Dwayne McFall Copyright © 2026 Fremont County. All rights reserved. Contact Webmaster Accessibility
Human Resources
The Human Resource Department is part of Fremont County Administration. The Human Resource Director is responsible for the oversight of personnel functions for the County. The principle objective is to serve Fremont County employees, or applicants, through establishment of an environment with a committed and motivated work force. A committed and motivated work force can be accomplished through encouraging equal opportunity to all employees while maintain compliance with Federal and state employment laws, as well as compliance with County policy and procedures. The department’s goal is to provide user friendly interfaces as it relates to forms, documents and access to their personal information through electronic means (Employee Self Service). The department is committed to providing quality customer service while overseeing the personnel functions for the County. These functions include: Receiving, processing and screening job applicants; Assisting County departments in the hiring of qualified employees; Assisting supervisors in the development and or updating of job descriptions; Classification evaluation of job descriptions; Development and revision of the County Personnel Policy and Procedures; Assuring compliance to the County Personnel Policy and Procedures; Processing of on-the-job injury (CWCP) reports; Processing of property claim (CAPP) reports; Reviewing, interpreting, and assuring compliance with Federal and state regulations as it pertains to employment. Fremont County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and drug free workplace. Candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Fremont County Commissioners to Hold Regular Meetings Bi-Monthly
Fremont County Board of County Commissioners Upcoming Meetings Notice: All meetings are held in the Commissioners' Board Room, 120 N. Macon Ave., Cañon City, CO unless otherwise noted. Board of County Commissioners Meeting Schedule: Regular Board Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 AM. (Note: The schedule may be subject to change. Please check back frequently for the most up-to-date information.)
Board of County Commissioners
Board of County Commissioners | Fremont County, Colorado Skip to main content Fremont County, Colorado Site Search Search Board of County Commissioners Board of County Commissioners Kevin GranthamDistrict 1 Debbie BellDistrict 2 Dwayne McFallDistrict 3 The Fremont County Board of Commissioners practices an “Open Door Policy” for citizens and staff. We realize that your time is important and our schedules are busy, so we encourage you to make an appointment or check out our calendar prior to visiting. If you would like to contact a commissioner in person, please stop by our office in Room 105. The Commissioners’ Office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. If you would like to make an appointment to meet with us, please do so by calling us at 719-276-7300 or email your request and information. Board Meetings are held twice a month, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. These meetings are recorded and aired the same day. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Our calendar and board meeting agenda are posted for your review. Please stop by and say hello when you are in the area, and let us know how we can help you. Commissioners Districts Commissioner Districts Use of Meeting Rooms Meeting rooms are available for groups and entities for non-county business at the Fremont County Administration Building. For more information, please review the following: Meeting Room Application and Agreement Policy for Use of Fremont County Administration Building Meeting Rooms Procedure for Public Hearings Procedure for Public Hearings Accountability Report 2024 Fremont County Accountability Report Department Navigation Board of County Commissioners Boards and Committees Code of the West Commissioner Calendars Meet the Commissioners Meeting Agendas and Minutes Past Commissioners Volunteer Boards Volunteer Opportunities External Links Meeting Videos Office Information Commissioners' Office 615 Macon Ave.Room 105Cañon City, CO 81212 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Monday - ThursdayExcept Holidays (719) 276-7300 Fax: (719) 276-7412 Contact Commissioners' Office Elected Officials Debbie Bell Fremont County Commissioner Contact Debbie Bell Kevin Grantham Fremont County Commissioner Contact Kevin Grantham Dwayne McFall Fremont County Commissioner Contact Dwayne McFall Copyright © 2026 Fremont County. All rights reserved. Contact Webmaster Accessibility
Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes and Agendas
Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes and Agendas | Fremont County, Colorado Skip to main content Fremont County, Colorado Site Search Search Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes and Agendas Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes and Agendas Meeting Date Min Max Meeting Date Thu, 01/13/2022 - 09:00 Download Agenda Thu, 09/09/2021 - 10:00 Thu, 05/13/2021 - 10:00 Thu, 01/14/2021 - 09:00 Download Agenda Thu, 09/10/2020 - 10:00 Department Navigation Building Department Adopted Codes Applications and Submittal Information Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes and Agendas Building Department Complaint Form Bulk Water/Cistern Policy Licensed Contractors List Past Permits Permit Fees Septic Systems External Links Electrical/Plumbing Permits FEMA Flood Information Well Permits Office Information Building Department 615 Macon Ave.Room 212Cañon City, CO 81212 Office Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Monday - ThursdayExcept Holidays (719) 276-7460 Fax: (719) 276-7461 Contact Building Department Submit Inspection Request Employee Information Wyatt Sanders Building Official Contact Wyatt Sanders Sierra Reed Permit Technician Contact Sierra Reed Dennis Bartlett Building Inspector Contact Dennis Bartlett Lindsey Clark Building Inspector Contact Lindsey Clark Copyright © 2026 Fremont County. All rights reserved. Contact Webmaster Accessibility
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